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Haridopolos says Democrats showed no shame pushing Platner despite allegations

Jul 8, 2026

Fox Business segment features Rep. Mike Haridopolos reacting to Graham Platner's withdrawal from the Maine US Senate race. It covers Democrats and Bernie Sanders initially backing the nominee, his primary win, and subsequent drop-out after an ex-girlfriend's sexual assault allegation. The discussion also touches on alleged poor vetting by Democratic socialists, New York Times coverage, and Fetterman's comments on Sanders.

Source: Fox Business

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Van Duyne says Democrats dropped Platner only after Maine Senate math shifted

Jul 7, 2026

The segment features Rep. Beth Van Duyne discussing the sudden Democratic calls for Graham Platner to exit the 2026 Maine Senate race following escalated allegations. Van Duyne argues the shift occurred only once electability was lost, comparing it to past party handling of Joe Biden. Maine Democratic Party leadership and figures including Ro Khanna and Ruben Gallego urged withdrawal after new claims. Platner has denied the latest allegation as categorically false. The discussion notes initial tolerance of prior controversies by Sanders, Warren, and Khanna.

Source: Newsmax

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Fetterman criticizes Platner over abuse, rape allegations in Fox interview

Jul 6, 2026

The segment features Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) on Fox News discussing allegations against Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine. Fetterman condemns Platner's reported abusive behavior detailed in the New York Times, expresses sympathy for the women involved, and criticizes Democrats who dismissed earlier claims or supported the candidate. He refers to Platner as a 'trash bag' and 'dead man walking politically,' noting risks to Senate majority prospects. Fetterman highlights a recent accuser identified as progressive who alleged rape and non-consensual entry. The clip draws from primary reporting in the New York Times and Politico, with Fetterman as the named guest providing commentary.

Source: Fox News

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Platner faces assault claim, endorsement losses in Maine Senate race

Jul 6, 2026

The segment reports a new sexual assault allegation against Democratic Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner from ex-girlfriend Jenny Racicot, detailed in a Politico story. Platner denies it as false and says he is pausing to consider options. Maine Democratic Party urges him to drop out; Rep. Ro Khanna withdraws endorsement citing the allegation as serious and credible. Prior controversies include a Nazi tattoo, physical abuse claims, and marital infidelity via sexting. Sen. Susan Collins calls the allegations appalling but notes she cannot choose the Democratic nominee.

Source: Fox News

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Accuser details alleged 2021 assault by Maine Senate nominee Platner

Jul 6, 2026

The CNN segment features an interview with a woman who dated Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine. She describes their casual on-and-off relationship starting in 2019 via Bumble, his heavy drinking and PTSD, and a specific late-2021 incident at her home where she alleges he entered uninvited while intoxicated and forced sex despite repeated objections. She explains her decision to speak out now after initially alluding to the event in a New York Times story, citing privacy concerns and no political motivation despite supporting his policy positions. The second paragraph notes sourcing primarily from the named accuser in a sit-down interview, referencing the prior NYT coverage, and Platner's self-description of alcohol use.

Source: CNN

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Sen. Moreno contrasts nominees' backgrounds with Maine Dem Senate candidate controversies

Jun 17, 2026

Sen. Moreno questions several nominees during a confirmation hearing, asking rapid yes/no questions about possession of a Nazi tattoo, statements on rape and intoxication, racial tipping stereotypes, violent sexual fantasies, and public masturbation. He contrasts their clean answers with controversies surrounding Democratic Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner. A veteran nominee responds critically to Platner's reported comments about Afghanistan service members.

Source: C-SPAN